以外
いがい
igai
adjectiveVocabularyLevel 20 - JLPT N4
Quick answer
以外 (いがい (igai)) means "besides". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.
Meaning
besides
Also : excluding · excepting · apart from · other than · except (for)
Memory Aid
Meaning ·
The word 以外 (いがい) means 'other than'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of other than.
Example Sentences
以外、まいにちつかいます。
いがい、まいにちつかいます。
I use it besides.
以外、きょうはやすみです。
いがい、きょうはやすみです。
besides today, it's a day off.
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